Chal'cid fly` [ From Greek chalko`s copper; in allusion to its metallic colors.] (Zoology) One of a numerous family of hymenopterous insects ( Chalcididæ . Many are gallflies, others are parasitic on insects. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/webster/C/51
chalcidflynoun any of various tiny insects whose larvae are parasites on eggs and larvae of other insects; many are beneficial in destroying injurious insects Found on https://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20974